Proteomics & Mass Spectrometry

The Danforth Center’s Proteomics & Mass Spectrometry Facility develops new tools and provides high quality sample analysis in proteomics, mass spectrometry and related analytical fields.

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Core Description

The mission of the Proteomics & Mass Spectrometry Facility at the Danforth Center is four-fold:

• Provide Danforth Center scientists with access to state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology with which to expand and attain their research endeavors
• Offer high quality services in biomolecule separation, identification and structural analysis to internal and external clients
• Provide training/access to internal and external scientists interested in developing knowledge and skills in the areas of proteomics and mass spectrometry
• Produce first-rate data publication quality results for all clients

The Proteomics & Mass Spectrometry Facility, under the direction of Dr. Leslie Hicks, has processed thousands of service samples submitted from research laboratories located at the Danforth Center as well as from academic and commercial institutions nationwide. In addition, the facility has initiated research activities designed to expand analytics capabilities and has established collaborations with many principal investigators at various institutions. These activities have produced exciting results and publications, which are a testament to the facilities’ high standards and growing reputation.

With highly specialized capabilities and research initiatives, the facility is well-prepared and positioned to serve as a regional, national and international resource in the fast developing field of proteomics and metabolomics.

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